About the Conference

Plastic.Connect
From Resin to Recyclate

Feedstock | Virgin Resins | Converting | Additives | Recycling | PCR | EPR | Recyclates

The Plastic Value Chain Conference 2026 is a premier industry platform that brings together stakeholders from across the plastics ecosystem, including polymer producers, processors, recyclers, machinery manufacturers, packaging companies, brand owners, policymakers, and technology providers.

As the industry evolves through sustainability initiatives, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, the conference will provide valuable insights into market trends, innovation, circular economy practices, and future growth opportunities. Discussions will focus on key topics such as EPR compliance, recycling innovations, sustainable packaging, waste management, recycled content adoption, and environmental regulations.

Hosted in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, one of India's leading plastics manufacturing and recycling hubs, the event will highlight the state's significant contribution to the plastics value chain. Delegates will also explore advancements in processing technologies, automation, digitalization, smart manufacturing, and supply chain optimization.

Through expert-led sessions, panel discussions, industry presentations, and networking opportunities, the conference aims to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and support the sustainable growth of the plastics industry.

Conference Highlights

• Practical discussions around raw material sourcing, recycled content integration, operational eiciency, and circular economy adoption.
• Expert perspectives on polymer demand, recycling growth, packaging transformation, and future industry opportunities.
• Deep dive into recycling innovations, waste management solutions, PCR adoption, and circular plastics infrastructure.
• Policy intelligence on EPR compliance, plastic waste management regulations, sustainability frameworks, and industry reforms.
• Technology-driven insights on advanced processing machinery, automation, AI integration, digitalization, and smart manufacturing.
• A high-value networking platform connecting polymer producers, processors, recyclers, packaging companies, machinery manufacturers, brands, traders, and sustainability stakeholders across the plastics value chain.
• Understand the impact of EPR regulations, sustainability mandates, global supply chain shifts, and evolving market dynamics on the plastics industry.
• Data-backed insights on India’s plastics ecosystem, covering polymers, packaging, recycling, processing, and sustainability trends. 
   

Expected Outcome

• Industry Collaboration:  Stronger partnerships across producers, recyclers, and brands. Cross-value chain alignment for circular solutions.
   
• Business Leads & Opportunities: Generation of qualified leads and new business connections. Opportunities for strategic tie-ups and partnerships.
   
• Policy Dialogue: Direct interaction between industry and policymakers. Better understanding of EPR, compliance, and regulatory expectations.
   
• Knowledge Exchange: Insights on market trends, innovations, and best practices. Sharing of real-world challenges and scalable solutions.
   
• Ecosystem Development: Strengthening the plastics and recycling ecosystem. Enabling a more integrated and circular value chain.
  
  Where Industry Leaders, Innovators & Businesses Meet
  25+ Speakers 200+ Participants 10+ Exhibition Stall Spaces